New York State Department of Transportation

10/08/2024 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 10/09/2024 08:13

Latest Episode of the NYSDOT Podcast Features Centro & the Future of Microtransit

Contact: Joseph Morrissey, (518) 457-6400
Release Date: October 08, 2024

Latest Episode of the NYSDOT Podcast Features Centro & the Future of Microtransit

Highlights How Transit Authority Harnessed Funding to Enhance Rider Experience with On-Demand Transit & User-Friendly App

The DOT POD's hosts Josh Heller and Anya Kardos are back on the road, this time visiting Rome, NY to explore the innovative world of microtransit.

In this episode, they sit down with guests Ross Farrell, Director of NYSDOT's Public Transportation Bureau and Steve Koegel, Vice President of Communications and Business Planning for the Central New York Regional Transportation Authority (Centro). They discuss Centro's achievements in on-demand transit and their user-friendly app, how they are leveraging funding to rethink transit for riders, and their vision for the future of public transportation.

Launched in November 2023, the DOT POD is a 2024 TransComm award-winning podcast dedicated to exploring diverse transportation topics shaping New York's communities. From history making initiatives that are transforming our communities to cutting-edge innovations, each episode features insightful discussions with the people behind New York State's transportation network.

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